“When I’m in the
trenches—administering
programs, writing grants,
handling the day-today
operations of
my organization—
there’s nothing more
comforting than knowing
that Diana Nielander is
out there thinking
day and night about
the future of Lake County
Cares. As our strategic
planner, she provides a
perspective that forces
me to break out of my
tunnel-vision and ponder
the “what if’s?”
She is relentless about
keeping things moving
and staying on course
with our plan development.

She is an avid
listener and a creative
facilitator. If something
doesn’t sound right, she
tells you. If there’s an
opportunity, she goes
for it.

Diana is the type of
professional you want
around your Board table
and your kitchen table.
She understands the
challenges of the nonprofit
sector firsthand
and walks in your shoes
for the entire time you’re
lucky enough to have
her on board.”